If you’re building a career in auditing, two of the most highly respected certifications are the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA). Both credentials can elevate your career, but choosing the right one depends on your goals, experience, and the type of audit work you want to do long term. Learn about CIA vs CISA, including their differences in focus, exam process, career outcomes, and how to decide which credential is right for you. 

The journey to becoming a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is challenging, requiring you to pass the CPA exam, gain at least a year of work experience, and for most candidates, earn 150 hours of college credit. 

In 2024, individuals gave over $392 billion to charities1. When adjusted for inflation, six of the nine nonprofit sectors received donations that exceeded pre-pandemic levels. While altruism drives some of this generosity, it is also fueled by the charitable contribution (donation) deduction. To help you better serve your clients when providing tax preparation or planning services, we’re providing a deep dive into charitable contribution deductions and applying them on the 1040.

You’ve passed the CPA Exam and landed your first job as an accounting professional! 

Whether you're pursuing your CPA or already licensed, your ability to network in the accounting industry is one of the most powerful skills to unlock job opportunities, build relationships, and grow professionally. This CPA networking guide will walk you through why networking matters, where to network, and how to build meaningful professional connections—both in-person and online. 

While artificial intelligence (AI) is helping organizations automate processes, improve decision-making, and enhance efficiency, it’s also reshaping (and enhancing) fraud risk. Today’s fraud schemes are faster, more scalable, and more sophisticated, often powered by AI tools that can mimic real people, generate convincing documents, and bypass traditional controls. For internal auditors and accounting professionals, understanding artificial intelligence fraud is essential. 

Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming a core part of accounting workflows, from drafting memos and summarizing financial data to supporting audit and tax research. But while the benefits are clear, the risks of AI in accounting are often less understood.

Making sure our students are studying accurate, exam-aligned content is a top priority at Becker. Our curriculum team regularly reviews and updates our CMA Exam Review so that it reflects the latest standards and industry guidance plus the learning outcome statements issued by the IMA. This ongoing process helps ensure our students are always prepared with the most current and comprehensive materials available.

Keeping our CPA Exam Review accurate and up to date is our top priority at Becker. Our curriculum team regularly reviews and updates the course so that it reflects the latest exam standards, incorporates new industry guidance, and thoroughly covers all topics that may appear on the CPA Exam. This ongoing process helps ensure our students are always prepared with the most current and comprehensive materials available. 

Preparing for the CPA Exam can feel overwhelming. With multiple sections, complex topics, and an extensive content blueprint, candidates need study tools that simplify learning and accelerate retention. That’s where CPA videos make a powerful difference. Learn what CPA video content is available and how to make the most of it for your exam-day success.